Why this radar
At ZDHC, we wanted to create a tool that allows viewers to instantly and simply understand where particular brands are on their Roadmap to Zero journey. People are increasingly demanding clear and immediate information on the sustainability of the brands they love. The Radar helps both the public and brands to cut through the noise, and have access to centralised information about fashion brands and their level of implementation of sustainable chemical management across their value chain.
What is the Roadmap to Zero Programme?
ZDHC’s Roadmap to Zero Programme outlines a clear path for brands, manufacturers and chemical suppliers to follow in order to phase hazardous substances out of their supply chains. The programme comprises in-depth guidelines, tools and educational modules – focused on the chemicals and chemistry used in manufacturing and sustainable water management – and accelerates the industry’s progress towards our ultimate goal: safer production that results in cleaner water and cleaner air, globally.
Who is on the radar?
A brand currently participating in the ZDHC Roadmap to Zero Programme or working with an alliance partner of ZDHC can be featured on the radar. It thereby shows its commitment to reducing its chemical footprint.
What do the different rings represent?
The closer to the centre of the radar a brand is, the further advanced they are on their journey to phase out harmful chemicals from their supply chain.
The first ring, ZDHC Leaders to Zero, features brands that have achieved the Aspirational Level in ZDHC’s Brands to Zero Programme’s latest assessment. These brands have committed to the highest level of sustainable chemical management across their value chains.
The second ring, ZDHC Brand Contributors, features brands that are proactive contributors to ZDHC’s Roadmap to Zero Programme. These brands are also a part of the Brands to Zero Programme and are on their journey towards achieving Aspirational level through their commitment to phasing out the intentional use and discharge of harmful chemicals within their value chains.
The third ring, Friends of ZDHC, features Friends of ZDHC. These brands are not part of the Brands to Zero Programme but they actively use ZDHC’s Guidelines, Platforms and Solutions to improve their sustainable chemical management across their value chains. This level is the entry point into ZDHC’s Roadmap to Zero Programme and supports brands to pick up speed in implementing ZDHC’s Guidelines and Solutions internally and in their supplier base.
The fourth ring, Like-minded Organisations, features brands that are members or partners of other robust sustainable chemical assessment tools and are considered to be actively improving their chemical management.
Who can get on the radar?
Brands who participate in ZDHC’s Roadmap to Zero Programme as a Contributor or Friend feature on the radar. Additionally, brands that work with other comparable sustainable chemical management programmes and tools feature in the outer most layer of the radar. To find out more visit the Roadmap to Zero website.
